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Online Encyclopedias

Encyclopedias can be used to give a general overview on a subject or to help focus on a particular aspect of that topic. This guide contains several tabs with links to online encyclopedias of all kinds. Some are available only to ISU students.

Encyclopedias for Chemistry

E-EROS: Encyclopedia of reagents for organic synthesis
Contains in-depth information on reagents and catalysts for organic syntheses.

Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology
Macmillan Encyclopedia of Energy
2001. Articles explore everything from Albert Einstein, seismic energy, and acid rain, to lasers and building design.

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